AMW Expands Network in Punjab

07September 2012

Ramnik Motors joins AMW dealer network
Mumbai: India's third largest heavy commercial vehicle manufacturer, Asia MotorWorks (AMW) today expanded its retail presence in Punjab with the opening of its new dealership, Ramnik Motors in Moga, Punjab. This state of the art dealership is the sixth 3S (Sales, Services, Spares) facility to be appointed by AMW in the Punjab.

Ramnik Motors was inaugurated by Mr. A. Rama subramanian, President, AMW. Commenting on the opening of the new dealership, Mr. Rama subramanian said, "Punjab has always been an important market for AMW and we are delighted to expand our network here with the opening of Ramnik Motors. AMW has a market share of over 40% in the M & HCV Tipper market in Punjab. With the opening of this modern facility, we are confident that we will strengthen our presence in the tractor-trailer and haulage segments as well, since Punjab is one of India's largest markets for these vehicles."

Mr.Ramasubramanian also launched the new AMW 2516 HL Cowl version for the Punjab market. AMW currently offers 22 truck variants in 16 to 49 tonne range.

Mr.Ramnik Sood, Chairman, Ramnik Motors said, "We are extremely happy to be part of the AMW dealer fraternity. I look forward to a partnership that will bring world class trucking to customers in this region." Ramnik Motors will cover the districts of Moga, Firozpur and Faridkot.

The new dealership offers a 24X7 service facility which can cater to six trucks at one time. It also offers facilities for drivers who wish to take a night halt at the dealership while their trucks are being serviced.

AMW Profile

Asia MotorWorks (AMW) is India's third largest manufacturer of heavy commercial vehicles and has achieved a unique position in India's transportation sector through innovative engineering and customer orientation.

Rolling out its trucks in 2008, AMW has increased its presence in a competitive market place through its products and wide service network. AMW is an intrinsic part of India's largest infrastructure and construction projects including the Golden Quadrilateral.

AMW is also the fastest growing truck brand in India with an annual volume growth of over 100% for the last three years. In addition AMW has a dominant presence in the fast growing Tipper segment. Its vehicles are the preferred choice in the mining, construction and infrastructure sectors, where they operate under very arduous road and load conditions.

The company has a widespread and growing dealer and service network across India with 123 dealerships and over 1,500 touch points. This network includes sales and service centres, authorized service outlets, mobile vans, workshops and a 24X7 helpline called 'AMW Seva' which ensures a rapid response to customer needs.

Wide Product Range

AMW offers trucks ranging from 16 to 49 tons and has pioneered several segments in the Indian CV market. The AMW 49 ton model created the segment and was India's largest tractor-trailer at launch. In addition, AMW also created the construction and mining segments in the Indian CV market with its range of tippers.

AMW won the prestigious 'CV Maker of the Year Award' 2012 by Apollo-CV Magazine. In addition, AMW won the 'Truck of the Year' award from NDTV in January 2008. The company also received the coveted 'CV Innovation of the Year 2009-10' award for its 3123 model. AMW CV Applications was given the 'Truck Application Builder of the Year- 2010' award for its Tranztar brand of fully built vehicles.

State of the Art Plant at Bhuj

AMW's fully integrated manufacturing facility in Bhuj, Gujarat, has a planned capacity of 50,000 commercial vehicles per annum. It currently employs about 1,200 people and uses state of the art production processes to build world class trucks for the Indian market.